ginger mandarin chicken salad with avocado

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51 Pinches
Peoria, IL
Updated on Jan 22, 2012

This is my entry for the Ninja Chef's Challenge using Chicken Breast, Ginger, and Avocado. I absolutely love Asian cuisine and when I saw the ingredients for the challenge my thoughts automatically went to making something with an Asian flair. This was so good and healthy for you too!

prep time 15 Min
cook time
method No-Cook or Other
yield 6-8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • DRESSING
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • pinch salt
  • SALAD COMPONENTS
  • 11 ounces canned mandarin oranges, drained
  • 6 cups cabbage, shredded
  • 2 cups cubed or sliced cooked chicken breast
  • 1 large firm-ripe avocado, pitted, peeled, and cubed
  • 4 - green onions, trimmed and sliced diagonally
  • 1/4 cup chow mein noodles
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

How To Make ginger mandarin chicken salad with avocado

  • Step 1
    In a bowl, whisk together vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, Sriracha sauce, and ginger. Slowly drizzle in oil, whisking constantly. Season with salt. Set dressing aside.
  • Step 2
    In a large serving bowl, toss cabbage and chicken with dressing.
  • Step 3
    Top with avocado, orange slices, and chow mein noodles, then garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

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Category: Chicken
Category: Other Salads
Category: Salads
Culture: Asian
Ingredient: Chicken

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